Some paints may also be incompatible with decking that has been treated with a wood preserver that contains wax or silicon. This is every bit as good – it is standing up very well to wear and tear and the unbelievable heat we have been having over the last few weeks.

Decking paint is made of sterner stuff, formulated to fend off rain, sunlight and be walked over regularly, and most have an anti-slip formulation that helps to prevent accidents.This product is great for use on older decks as not only does it offer all weather protection but fills minor cracks and locks down splinters.

Going with the wrong color could land you with an eyesore of a deck, or one that is a pain in the neck to keep clean. Measure your area precisely, drop the numbers into this smart calculator and it will tell you straight away how many litres you'll need to complete your project. Both were received after being informed when they had been despatched and kept aware of their progress.If your decking is new, the most common advice is to leave it for six months so that it weathers naturally. This is a popular deck paint color, and if you don’t look too closely it can yield the feeling of wood to some extent. It provides long-lasting performance, even in high traffic areas like your garden decking and when applied correctly to bare wood is guaranteed against peeling or flaking for 5 years on horizontal surfaces such as decking and 15 years on vertical cladding and sidings (please see below for limited warranty specific details).